He is sending the state of the fishery and
inhabitants, answers to the Heads of Enquiry, copies of the returns from the officers of
the state and condition of the forts at St. Johns and Placentia. He seized three
vessels belonging to Waterford because of clandestine trade (Nathaniel Floyd of the Lovely
Mary, Lawrence Hern of the Industry, John Benger of the Good Intent.)

2-2v

Webb

[enclosed with above] State of the fishery for
the year 1760.

3-4

Webb

[enclosed with above] Answers to the Heads of
Enquiry. (70 articles) No boats kept at Petit Nord. No French remain at St. Peters
[St. Pierre] or at Placentia. No men carried away to New England. No officers of the
garrison are concerned in the fishery. No crimes have been committed during his
government.

5-11

Webb

[enclosed with above] State of the ordnance
stores at St. Johns (Francis Day and Lemercier, storekeepers).

[enclosed with above] Return of the troops
stationed at St. Johns and the places adjacent. Capt. Ross Company (64
privates), Capt. John Dovers Co. of artillery (25 mattrosses, 11 gunners), Capt.
Ross Company and the detachment of the Royal Regiment of Artillery at St.
Johns, Trinity, Carbonear, and Boys Island dated 17 July 1760. "An effective
return of Captain John Dovers Company of the Royal Regiment of Artillery in
Newfoundland," p.12v. Placentia, St. Johns, Trinity, Carbonear, Isle of Boys,
on the continent, totals. John Hamiltons company at Placentia p.12v.

13

Webb

[enclosed with above] A Report of works ordered
by the Board of Ordnance at St. Johns for 1759. "In hand: Kings [Wharf]
& "Crance". Inclosure of Fort George. Retrenchment in Fort George. Not
begun: Works & repairs at St. Johns, Sally Port. Works proposed: finish main
ditch round Fort William, to build [barracks] of masonry for 304 men and [barracks] for 2
captains and 4 subalterns." Signed by George Weston and endorsed by J. Webb.

14-21

7 July 1760- 6 Nov. 1760

J.W. Webb/ Nicholas Gill, (Naval Officer in St.
Johns)

[enclosed with above] Imports (p.14-19) and
Exports (19v-21). Detailed account of cargoes arriving & departing St. Johns
since 7 July last. Most appear to be American. The list describes in detail ships and
vessels, their cargoes, sometimes what they traded for it, how many men served on-board,
sometimes where the ships were built, the origin of goods, the value of the cargo and the
destination of the vessel when trading here is concluded. Imported items included such
things as sugar, tea, silk, womens shoes, linen, mens "hoze",
blankets, Madeira wine, coffee, rice, molasses, tar and turpentine, salt, flour, bread,
Indian Corn, etc. The account of departing vessels includes such information as the time
of clearance, ships names, commanders, ports of destination, tonnage, number of men
and guns, and nature of cargo. Note: A lot of information.

22-23

Webb/Gill

[enclosed with above] "A Catalogue of the
Newfoundland Northern [northward] fishery." Detailed inventory of supplies and gear
(and their value) required for the fishery; everything from sails to blocks to staves to
line , to hooks, provisions, clothing, etc. A useful indication of all the gear needed to
support a fishery.

24

13 April 1761

W. Pitt (Sec. of State, Whitehall)

Lords of Trade

Letter recommending Capt. James Webb to the
board as governor and requesting a draught.

26

16 May 1761

W. Pitt (Whitehall)

Lords of Trade

Thomas Graves being appointed by the Lords of
the Admiralty to command this years ships for the protection of the fishery and
being recommended as Governor, please prepare a draught.

28-28v

6 April 1761

Otho Hamilton, commandant of the garrison
(Placentia)

Lords of Trade

Ordered proclamations to be published about the
death of King George II and the succession of King George III.

30

John Bradford, John Northcott, William Luckham,
Joseph Mortimer (Exeter)

Lords of Trade

Petition concerning Whites Arm. This
place was used by the French to fish but the petitioners are now using it. They built
stages and flakes there and it appears that they want to be granted possession of it. The
clerical note describes this petition as " praying that some improvements which they
have made in the Harbour of Whites Arm for carrying on the fishery, may be confirmed
to them." Note: Very difficult handwriting.

31-34v

10 Aug. 1762

Thomas Graves, Governor (Antelope,
Placentia Harbour)

Lords of Trade

The French are on the coast. Graves is
strengthening the island. The Isle of Boys will make a good defence, laments Fort
Fredericks poor location. The New fort at Placentia (which never was finished) is a
better location. He proposes to destroy the old fort and built fortifications on the New
Fort. Graves has sent information to General Amherst asking for help and explaining what
an advantage Newfoundland would be to the enemy if conquered. The French already have the
Northern end of this island and control both passages to the gulf of St. Lawrence. The
Frenchs force consists of one ship of 74 guns, one of 64, one of 36 and one of 26,
under the command of Monsieur Ternay (700 or 800 troops) from 5 different regiments under
the command of Monsieur Hosenville [DHaussonville] . St. Johns surrendered
without opposition, they have sent four sloops and a schooner in Conception, Trinity, and
Bonavista Bay to destroy the fish flakes and stages but few houses. The cannon at
Carbonear and Trinity they have destroyed. The fleet should be assembled at Ferryland
Head. Lord Colvill has arrived with the Northumberland, Gosport,
Provincial. They are organizing an offensive.

36

22 July 1762

Graves

[enclosed with above] "Return of Capt.
John Hamiltons Company belonging H.M. 40th Regiment of foot in
Placentia." A total of 75 men (4 unfit for service).

37

22 July 1762

Graves

[enclosed with above] "Return of Capt.
John Dovers Company of the Royal regiment of Artillery at Placentia and Boys
Island." A Total of 26 (2 unfit).

The French attacked Bay Bulls, Harbour Grace,
Carbonear, and Belle Isle, and provisions at Bay Bulls and St. Johns fell into
enemy hands. The fort at St. Johns fell to the enemy and the French then fixed it
up. The Isle of Boys is in a respectable state of defence. Colvill has left 6 warships at
Carbonear for its fortification next year. Amherst has left three battalions from
Louisbourg. Graves comments on the soldiers of Newfoundland who become more like fishermen
than soldiers over time. Note: The letter was received and read at the board on 17 Nov.
1762.

45-46

29 Nov. 1762

Rich Farr (Master of Merchant Hall in Bristol)

Lords of Trade (Pownall)

Responding to a letter sent by the Board that
referred to many of Graves points concerning the need for fortifications and
garrisons. The merchants are deliberating on the subject. The Eastern shore only needs to
be protected in times of war. A fort at "Carpoon" (Quirpon) is, however,
urgently needed; could be set at Cape de Grat. Much fish on the coasts north of Cape
Bonavista (curing and salting is done better there). The French took the best fishing
grounds in the past. Some discussion of price of fish; fish have moved to the northern
parts; Indians frequent northern parts, the Indians have the "Art of killing
whales". French ships were involved in that fishery (bigger ships "capable of
protecting themselves from those savages.") Ask for two or three frigates to protect
seas from Cape de Grat to Chateau Bay on the coast of Labrador.

47

11 Dec. 1762

George Weston (Mayor of Poole)

John Pownall

Responding to Graves points. The
merchants have not seen the articles of peace, they have deferred giving an answer. They
suggest that Capelin Bay or Aquafort are proper places for making a fleet. They leave the
question of erecting fortifications to your Lords consideration.

50

18 Dec. 1762

James Crossing (Exeter)

Board of Trade

Responding to Graves points. He has sent
the matter to the traders of Exeter and more that are also concerned. Enclosed is their
answer.

51-51v

Merchants

Mayor of Exeter

[enclosed with above] They feel that garrisons
and forts are unnecessary if they had sufficient warships to guard and protect them. The
northern parts about Quirpon are very valuable. Salmon, seal, furs are available there. A
fort would be useful there.

55-56

5 Jan. 1763

George Tito (Poole)

Pownall

The Bailiff of Poole. They must reserve
judgement until they know more about the Peace Articles. Issues relating to the protection
of the fishery, St Pierre and Miquelon, the value of the northern parts.

57-57v

21 Dec. 1762

Edward Hanbury, (Mayor of Dartmouth)

Pownall

Most Dartmouth merchants trade at St.
Johns where they have built dwelling houses, stages, flakes, stores, wharfs. The
removal of the trade and the garrison to Ferryland would be detrimental to their fishery.
The entrance is narrow and difficult for warships but no ship was ever lost and the
merchants always tend to the warships. If the island was guarded by a good number of
warships, then there would be no need for forts. They do not object to the erection of a
fort at Ferryland but they think warships is a better answer.

59

8 March 1763

Egremont (Whitehall)

Lords of Trade

Copy of the 5th and 6th
Article. Peace Treaty at Paris 18 Feb. 1763 was signed. The articles relate to the fishery
at Newfoundland. Any changes have to be communicated to the Kings Council.

61-62

Article 5 and 6 and extract of the 24 articles.
Art. 5: French subjects will be free to fish and dry fish on the part of the coast
mentioned in the Treaty of Utrecht, except at Cape Breton Island as well as islands and
coasts in the mouth of the St. Lawrence and in the Gulf of the St. Lawrence. H.M. consents
to allow fishing in the gulf as long as the French only fish three leagues from all coasts
belonging to Great Britain and 15 leagues from the Cape Breton. Art 6: The King of Great
Britain gives St. Pierre and Miquelon to His Christian Majesty to be used as shelter for
the fishermen and not to build a fort. Only civil buildings. A civil protection of only 50
men is allowed. Note: In French

63

9 March 1763

Thomas Graves, Governor (London)

Lords of Trade

Submits the State of the fishery
for 1762 (see below). Mentions the trial of John Stackbald; he would
not have allowed the sentence of death to be carried out “if there had not
been many acts of outrage and violence as well as several of Treason sworn
to me to have been comitted [sic] by him” during the French occupation in
1762. Could not submit the military returns from St. John’s because the
officer there was challenging Graves’ right to give orders to the military.
The answers to the Heads could not be made in such a time of confusion.

64v-65v

[enclosed with above] State of the fishery for
the year 1762.

66v-68

10 Sept. 1762

Graves

[enclosed with above] The return of the
detachments at the castle at Placentia .

68v-69

21 July 1762

Graves

[enclosed with above] A return of ordnance,
carriages, ball powder, arms and ammunition at Placentia.

70-72v

1 Nov. 1762

Graves (St. Johns)

[enclosed with above] Proceedings
of the Court of Oyer and Terminer on 1 November 1762 (includes names of the
Commissioners as well as of the members of the grand jury). Trial of John
Stackbald of Ireland for the rape in July 1762 of Esther Merrifield, the
wife of William Merrifield of Torbay. Includes testimony of Esther
Merrifield and other witnesses. Victim did not file complaint at the time of
the deed “because the Enemy was then in Possession of St Johns”. Sentenced
to death by hanging. Stackbald attempted an escape a few days before the
trial by setting the gaol on fire.

74-74v

17 March 1763

Egremont

Lords of Trade

Demands that a draught of instructions for the
governor of Newfoundland be sent for the Kings pleasure before sailing for
Newfoundland.

76-76v

24 March 1763

Egremont (Whitehall)

Lords of Trade

"The king having judged it proper that all
the coast of Labrador, from the entrance of Hudson Straights to the river St. Johns
which discharges itself into the sea, nearly opposite the West End of the island of
Anticosti, including that island, with any other small islands on the said coast of
Labrador, and also the Magdalene Islands in the Gulf of St. Lawrence should be included in
the government of Newfoundland." Requests that the draught for Governor Graves should
be changed accordingly.

78-79v

29 April 1763 (received and read)

Joshua Mauger and Gregory Olive (Agents to the
petitioners)

Lords of Trade

Petition of the merchants and traders. They
have suffered considerable losses to the French and they attribute this to the fact that
the traders from the West are "rendered incapable of prosecuting this trade as
usual." They want their damages to be considered.

80

27 Sept. 1763

D. Halifax (St. James)

Lords of Trade

Concerns a memorial by Robert Trail of
Portsmouth praying a compensation for the loss of their private property on the island of
St. Pierre and Miquelon. The King asks that you take this into consideration.

81-81v

Robert Trail

Earl of Halifax

[enclosed with above] Memorial. In 1722 Richard
Phillips then governor of Nova Scotia and Placentia granted the isle of Miquelon to
Captain Diamond. Diamond sold the island to Samuel Cutt. In 1758, a third of the island
was sold to Trail for 750 pounds. Demands to be paid back in money, or in value elsewhere,
or in civil employment in America.

83

Benning Wentworth

[enclosed with above] Attests that Wyseman
Clagell (before whom the deed was sworn in Nov. 1758) was fully authorized to perform
every act appertaining to the office of a justice of the peace.

84

Wyseman

[enclosed with above] Concerns the purchase of
parts of Miquelon by Trail.

85-91

17 Aug. 1760

Diamond/ Cutt/Ganvrin

[enclosed with above] Indentures related to
Trails petition. Diamond sells two thirds of Miquelon to Cutt. Cutt sells to Trail.

93

28 Nov. 1763

Edward Sedgwick

Pownall, Sec. to the Lords of Trade

Requests that the instructions to the governor
of Newfoundland be communicated to the Earl of Halifax.

95

18 Oct. 1763

Thomas Graves (St. Johns)

Lords of Trade

Sends the returns of the garrisons at St.
Johns and Placentia.

97

4 July 1763

Graves

[enclosed with above] Office of Ordnance
Placentia. Signed by Otho Hamilton and Lemercier.

98v-99

13 Oct. 1763

Graves

[enclosed with above] A return of the state of
the garrison of Fort William St. Johns. Signed by Stephen Gualy.

[enclosed with above] Returns of the
detachments at Placentia, St. Johns, Boys island. Numbers that were discharged,
deserted, sent to New York, or were invalidated.

102-106

14 July 1763

Francis Hereford (Acting storekeeper to the
ordnance) Graves.

[enclosed with above] State and remain of the
ordnance and ordnance stores in the garrison and harbour of Fort William , St.
Johns. (p.102-104) Return of ordnance and ordnance stores from the New York
proportion by order of William Amherst. (P.104-104v). A return of ordnance and ordnance
stores from H.M ship Enterprise (Col. William Amherst) and from the Antelope (Graves)
(p. 104v-105). A return of powder, etc. ordered from this garrison to Placentia the 18
Oct. 1762 (p.105). A return of ordnance and ordnance stores from England to this garrison
(p. 105v).A return of ordnance, stores and carriages from England at this place for
Placentia (p.105v). A return of the French muskets issued out by order of Captain Stephen
Gualy (p.106).

108-109

20 Oct. 1763

Graves (Antelope St. Johns)

Lords of Trade

Acquaints the lords that the islands of St.
Pierre and Miquelon were delivered to Mr. DAnjac on 4 July 1763. Warns of New
England traders. (Copy of this letter is also in CO194/26: 101-101v)

110-110v

15 Oct. 1763

Graves (Antelope St. Johns)

Capt. Ruthven

[enclosed with above] Requesting that Ruthven
observes and enforce Article 13 of the Treaty of Utrecht. The French cannot resort to
Newfoundland beyond the time allowed for fishing, etc. English subjects must respect the
French. Whatever the French leave contrary to the treaty, we may destroy by Public
Authority but by no means at the caprice of the multitude. (Copy of this letter is in
CO194/26: 114-115)

112-113

5 Nov. 1763

Mr. Abraham Richards

The Board

Richards has accumulated information on the
Newfoundland fishery from 1747-1762. He was referred by Townsend before he resigned.
Richards has a plan for the fishery, of over 100 sheets. He doesnt know why he
is
being refused to be permitted to be of service. He asks why he is being refused after so
many attempts. He appears to threaten to take his findings to the French if not taken
seriously. He wants to do good service to his country, if permitted. John Spooner and
James Clark will attest to his good character, also Arthur Holdsworth (Governor) of
Dartmouth etc... Richards was employed as a "factor" in the merchants
service.

114

27 Nov. 1763

J. Cayley

The Lords of Trade

He is recommending his nephew (Abraham
Richards) to be employed in a company that is to be sent to Newfoundland in the Spring. He
doesnt like to drink, is fully versed in the fishery because he has spent many years
in Nfld. He is young and full of spirit. Provides names of referral.

116

13 Dec. 1763

Sam Smith (Merchant Hall, Bristol)

Pownall, Lords of Trade

Has submitted the question of civil government
in Newfoundland to the merchants and will transmit their opinions. (See p.136 for the
merchants answer)

118

15 Dec. 1763

Abraham Richards

Lords of Trade

He has received their letter and says that his
knowledge is worth a lot. With adequate prospects he might communicate his information.

120-122v

2 Jan. 1764

Samuel Gridley

Lords of Trade

Memorial. Requests a grant for the seal cow
fishery on the Magdalene Islands (or Iles de la Madeleine) and a map (p.121v)

123

17 Dec. 1763

John Henning (mayor of Poole)

Lords of Trade

The establishment of a civil government will be
a disadvantage to the trade and fishery in Newfoundland.

125-125v

21 Dec. 1763

George Milner (Poole)

Lords of Trade

Your lordships will hear from the merchants and
traders of Poole that a civil government will not be beneficial to the trade. Milner
thinks that it is contrary to the "universal voice of mankind". Interest drives
the refusal for a civil government. A few of the principal merchants gave their opinion
and I am forced to remain silent. If a civil government be established, the power of these
few principal merchants would be destroyed but it would be most beneficial and greatly
promote the trade and fisheries of these countries. Crime is high in Newfoundland:
"the most lawless [rapings?], oppression, and injustice, dependant on power and
numbers only."

126-126v

22 Dec. 1763

Arch Ingram (Provost of Glasgow)

John Pownall

The merchants favour a civil government over a
military one in Newfoundland. Sends a few memorials (not here).

128

24 Dec. 1763

E. Walker (Mayor, Exeter)

John Pownall

It is the merchants opinion that a civil
government would be burdensome to the trade, navigation, and fishery. "...they humbly
hope their lordships will not promote any proceedings so repugnant to the welfare of that
important branch of trade."

130

27 Dec. 1763

Will Weston (Deputy Town Clerk , Plymouth)

John Pownall

Written at the direction of the mayor, who made
the letter public in order to get a better sense of local opinion. No immediate trade is
carried on those islands or coasts, therefore they are not competent judges of what form
of government might or might not be advantageous for that trade.

132-132v

29 Dec. 1763

John Smith (Mayor, Cork)

Lords of Trade

The merchants feel that the establishment of a
civil government will be the best means of extending and securing the trade.

134

31 Dec. 1763

George Macarthy (Belfast)

John Pownall

The merchants involved in the trade are in
favour of a civil government provided that no taxes, impost, or restraints of any sort be
imposed.

136

10 Jan. 1761

Sam Smith (Merchant Hall, Bristol)

Pownall

The merchants believe that a complete civil
government will not be advantageous to the trade.

138-140

Nicholas Darby (Bristol)

Lords of Trade

Petition. He is part owner of the Snow
or Antigua Factor. In last April, Darby and Stook (master) came first to the
harbour of Saint Julian and as Stook became fishing admiral took as much fishing rooms as
was necessary and built stages. George Milner of Poole came and ordered us away. He said
he had a patent granted to one Matthew Glover in 1760 by James Webb, then governor. John
Ruthven, commander of the Terpsichore, ordered us (Darby and Stook) to remove all
our stages and to pay a fee of 180 quintals of sound fish. Darby refused to pay and was
threatened with imprisonment. (On p.139, there is an order for Darby to appear before
Graves at the court in St. Johns to answer a complaint exhibited against him by
Maurice Welsh, dated 16 Aug. 1763.)

141

25 Feb. 1764

Dunk, Lord Halifax (St. James)

Lords of Trade

The King wants the Lords to consider the
changes made by the French Ambassador to articles for the prevention of difficulties and
disputes between their respective subjects on the coast of Newfoundland.

143 -146v

[In French; enclosed with above] Modifications
to the Articles. Article 2: It is convened that the first English or French captain who
will arrive at the Cape called "Le Croc" or "petit maitre" will have
first pick of the harbours and beaches, etc. Article 3: Each subsequent captain will chose
his harbour and write the name of it in 2 registers (at "Le Croc" or "Le
petit maitre") etc. Article 4: The two French and English captains arrived first will
keep the registers aboard their ships (kept by a bilingual man of their equipage).etc.
Article 5:No French or English vessel can start fishing before picking a harbour and
signing the registers, etc. Article 6: Should an English fisherman build stages and flakes
in the Winter, he will only be able to keep them the next Summer if he hurries and
registers it at "Le Croc harbour or Le Petit Maitre harbour." And much more...

In reply to the Boards request, we offer
that the changes are not consistent with the Act of 10th and 11th of
William the III. The Crown cannot legally enter into or has power to enforce such
regulations.

150-150v

8 March 1764

Dunk, Ld Halifax (St. James)

Lords of Trade

The King was advised that the amendments could
not be legally made according to the 10th and 11th of William III.
The Lords are commanded to make the necessary changes (prepare a draught) to allow the
King to make legal amendments. (A copy of this letter can also be found at
CO194/26:149-150)

152-152v

16 March 1764

Halifax (St. James)

Lords of Trade

Capt. Hugh Palliser is appointed by the
Admiralty to command the convoy this year, you are ordered to prepare draughts of a
commission and instructions. This also provides a description of the extent of the
territory Palliser will overlook.

154-155

21 March 1764

Hay, Norton, De Grey (Lincolns Inn)

Lords of Trade

With their alterations, the instructions to the
governor of Newfoundland will be legal. (Copy of this letter can be also found at
CO194/26:159-160v)

156-157

5 April 1764

Halifax

Lords of Trade

The King orders that the alterations made to
the articles for the prevention of disturbance towards French subjects be incorporated in
Capt. Pallisers draught of instructions. 2 points have to be changed in regards to
the length of the fishing season and the boat burned on the island last year. The words
underlined in the 5th Article should be omitted because they would give the
right of the Court of France to demand reparation. (Copy of this letter can also be found
at CO194/26: 167-168)

158-158v

3 April 1764

Hay, Carysfort, Howe (Admiralty Office)

Earl of Halifax

Concerns Mr. De Guerchys proposal
regarding the end of the fishing season of 20 Oct.. They think it would be better to make
it rather the 20th or at the latest the 30th Sept..

160

9 Feb. 1764

George Wilkinson (Mayor of Waterford)

The merchants of Waterford feel that an
established civil government would by no means be advantageous to the trade.

162

31 Jan. 1764

Holdsworth (Mayor of Dartmouth)

Lords of Trade

Apologizes for his late response but the
merchants wanted to wait for all merchants to be there before making a decision in regards
to the civil government in Newfoundland. An conclusion has not yet been made.

164

29 March 1764

Holdsworth (Dartmouth)

Lords of Trade

The merchants made their decision and are
unanimous that a civil government would not be advantageous to the island of Newfoundland
and adjacent islands.

166-166v

29 March 1764

Halifax (St James)

Lords of Trade

Sends a memorial form the French Ambassador
contending that Pointe Riche and Cape Ray are the same. Requests that the Lords examine
the matter and report to the King about it.

168-184

Monsieur De Guerchy

[In French; enclosed with above] "Sur la
position de Pointe Riche." Copy. On the position of Pointe Riche mentioned in Article
13 of the Treaty of Utrecht. The question is, should the point be set at 47 degrees 40
minutes or should it be pushed to 50deg. 30' close to the "Pointe du nord"?
Issues of cartography prior to 1753, Bellin copied the English maps which was a mistake,
DAnville also made a mistake in setting Pointe Riche at 50deg. 30'. The French
Ambassador submits to refer to the law and establish facts instead of relying on past
mistakes. He is providing 3 reasons in detail why Pointe Riche should be placed at 47 deg.
30'. The first reason is based on Herman Molls map. The Ambassadors logic is
that if Moll had been wrong at the time, (in 1715) the government that commissioned his
map would have forced him to retract and correct his map. The confusion of Cape Ray with
Pointe Riche is also here explained using other evidence. The second reason (p.180v) is
based on the fishermans behaviour (they continued fishing and possessing the area)
after Bellin made a mistake in placing Pointe Riche at the wrong place. And the third
reason (p.182) is based on the fact that at the Treaty of Utrecht, there was no confusion
as to other parts, like Cape Bonavista. It is only fair that the French should have half
of Newfoundland. Note: A lot of more information.

185

3 April 1764

Edward Sedgwick (St. James)

Lords of Trade

He is directed by the Earl of Halifax to
transmit extract of a letter from Mr. Prior to Lord Bolingbroke, dated at Paris 8 Jan.
1713 which indicates that at that time Pointe Riche was understood to be quite distinct
and far from Cape Ray. Extract which might be of use in regards to the French
Ambassadors claim about the location of Pointe Riche.

Sends his answers to the Heads of Enquiry. The
Lords will find that answers vary from his predecessors because the business has changed
greatly since the queries were fist draughted. Graves provides his views on the present
system of governorship. He states that captains of warships are used to military laws.
With civil rules, the captain finds himself in a world of perplexity and without anyone of
integrity to consult. It is no wonder, then, that captains feel that there is too much to
risk [in prosecuting criminals], nothing to gain, and let his time pass as safely as it
can. The short duration of the government is a disadvantage, after three years, the
governor knows the people and begins to distinguish the truth. Capt. Douglas has surveyed
the possessions of every settler upon the islands of St. Pierre and Miquelon. The account
of exports and imports from St. Johns harbour is included.

191-199

Graves

Lords

[enclosed with above] Answers to the Heads of
Enquiry for the year 1763. Queries and answers both provided in full. No criminal causes
to be tried this season. Note: A lot of information.

200

6 and 7 July 1763

Charles Douglas (St.Peters)

[enclosed with above] A Survey of the houses
and "immoveables" of the island of St. Pierre. Dimensions and names of owners
provided as well as the value of these properties. The title: "Newfoundland, an
estimate of losses which the settlers of the islands of St. Peters and Miquelon have
sustained." on p.200v

201-201v

Graves

[enclosed with above] A state of the fishery
for the year 1763.

202-202v

Graves

[enclosed with above] Estimate of the shipping
at the fishing places in and about Newfoundland. Amounts of cod cured, carried to market,
Salmon taken and cured, etc. Ships names and where they came from (Dartmouth, Poole,
Ireland, Topsham etc.) at such locations as Codroy, Bay Bulls, Ferryland, Renews, etc.

203-203v

26 April 1764

Halifax (St. James)

Lords of Trade

Request that the Lords forward maps or charts
relating to the position of Pointe Riche.

205-205v

30 April 1764

Hugh Palliser (London)

Pownall

Requests to be made aware of the memorial from
the French Ambassador regarding the French rights and the observations about Pointe Riche.

207

25 Feb. 1764

Halifax (St. James)

Lords of Trade

Forwards a memorial from Favry du Ponceau,
Favry de Chanteloup and Foucher who have grants for land in Labrador, in the Bay des
Philippeaux.

209-209v

Favry du Ponceau, Favry de Chanteloup, and
Foucher

[In French; enclosed with above] Copy of the
memorial of Favry du Ponceau, Favry de Chanteloup and Foucher pray that the land granted
them by the Roi de France be granted to them by the King of England for a period longer
than 18 months so that they can sell it at a more profitable rate. Otherwise it will ruin
them. They used to fish seals there (loups marins).

210-214

[enclosed with above] Title of the Bay des
Philippeaux and the list of successors to the land.